Description
Delight in these luscious Sweet Strawberry Truffles, featuring creamy white chocolate infused with fresh strawberry puree, dipped in rich dark or milk chocolate for a perfect bite-sized treat. Ideal for dessert lovers seeking a fruity twist on classic truffles.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 8 oz white chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup strawberry puree (fresh or from strawberry jam)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (optional, for added sweetness)
Coating
- 4 oz dark or milk chocolate (for dipping)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped dried strawberries or sprinkles (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberry Filling: In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer, ensuring it does not boil.
- Melt the White Chocolate: Pour the hot cream over the chopped white chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Let it sit for 1-2 minutes, then stir until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Add Strawberry Puree and Vanilla: Stir in the strawberry puree and vanilla extract. Taste the mixture and add powdered sugar if extra sweetness is desired. Mix until fully combined.
- Chill the Truffle Mixture: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1-2 hours or until firm enough to roll into balls.
- Shape the Truffles: Once firm, use a small cookie scoop or your hands to roll the mixture into 1-inch diameter balls. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Prepare the Coating: Melt the dark or milk chocolate in a heatproof bowl using a double boiler or microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
- Coat the Truffles: Dip each truffle into the melted chocolate using a fork, allowing excess chocolate to drip off. Return the coated truffles to the parchment-lined sheet.
- Add Decoration (Optional): While the chocolate is still soft, sprinkle finely chopped dried strawberries or colorful sprinkles over the truffles.
- Chill and Set: Refrigerate the truffles for about 30 minutes to allow the chocolate coating to set.
- Serve: Enjoy the strawberry truffles chilled or at room temperature. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor and texture.
- If fresh strawberries are unavailable, strawberry jam or puree works well.
- Be careful not to boil the cream to avoid curdling the chocolate mixture.
- Rolling the truffles when the mixture is too soft will be difficult; chilling is key.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and use vegan chocolates.
- Decorations like chopped freeze-dried strawberries add extra texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
